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Merry Equinox! Did you get my card? What did Santinox deliver down your chimney? We obviously don’t herald the Sun’s passage across the celestial equator with as much gusto as we celebrate another holiday suspiciously close to a solstice. But that doesn’t mean we shouldn’t enjoy the moment- and it’s not just the Sun urging us to do so. The coming Mars-Neptune opposition also encourages us to pursue our dreams. Passion is the gateway to bliss this weekend. Teletopia. Max call cost $1.32 per minute, including GST. Higher charges from mobiles/payphones may apply. Customer care: 1300 366 702. ARIES MAR 21 - APR 20

People in marketing love to talk about ‘influencers’. These might be celebrities - the Beckhams and Kardashians of the world, or political leaders and social media gurus. What they have in common is the supposed power to sway our beliefs or buying habits. You could never have such powers of persuasion - could you? Actually you’re influential, and your opinion is important. This weekend, as Mars opposes Neptune, pitch your image just right, and the world will follow your example.

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Learned. Interesting. Balanced. Reasonable. Amenable. These are traditional Libran traits. Surely then, as your ruler, the Sun, moves into that sign, you can add these characteristics to your portfolio? You can still be Loving, Enthusiastic and Original. But would you risk losing your Loud, Emphatic, Opinionated side? Isn’t this a part of you that you need to hold on to? Possibly. There are times when it’s best to be diplomatic. Fight your corner, but subtle hints will be more effective.

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It sometimes feels as if you’re the character in a movie, only able to do and say what the cosmic writer has written in the script. It can be frustrating when it seems that the best lines and scenes have been given to other people. Is there a way to change the scenario in your favour? The truth, is that we pen the scripts ourselves. Yes, the planets give us daily briefings. But we’re responsible for filling in the details. Plot a way to meet a challenge, and the cosmos will support your storyline.

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TV shows invariably leave us on a cliffhanger before advert breaks. Similarly in life, there are times when we are left on an edge – filling in time before the current adventure takes off again. With Venus changing signs, the energy of the New Moon, and the weekend’s Mars opposition, there’s a strong emphasis on your creative side. It suggests that no matter how tricky the predicament, you’ll find an ingenious solution, or an imaginative alternative. You’ll prevail by the end of this episode.

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Some people maintain that dreams are better than reality; that it’s more fulfilling to strive for something rather than achieve it. After all, once you’ve reached a mountaintop, there’s only one way to go, isn’t there? Not necessarily - you can always set your sights on a bigger peak. Either way, following the Sun’s exit, Venus and Mars both remain in your sign, with the latter moving opposite Neptune this weekend. It means that some of your desires are about to be met - whether you like it or not!

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Who accepts your orders without question, jumps when you say jump, and marches to your tune? And who resists, questions, challenges and argues? You probably find it a lot easier to answer the second question. Nobody gives much thought to the people who simply do what we say. Those relationships are frictionless. But, following the Sun’s change of signs, and as Mars opposes Neptune this weekend, someone you considered a rival will give way on a significant sticking point.

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You love to probe and question. Challenging received wisdom, questioning official reports, and exploring beneath the surface – these are healthy approaches to take. And now is a particularly good time to reappraise certain explanations that you’ve been given as facts. Play around with imaginative ideas, even if some people consider them too daring. You’re sure there’s more to something than meets the eye. If you want to find the true story, you must approach ideas from a new angle.

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LIBRA SEP 24 - OCT 23

The Equinox is here and the Sun is in your sign, so it’s time to get out the candles and bake a cake! It’s a moment to celebrate your achievements and look forward to the year ahead. A time to celebrate your presence here on planet Earth. And, of course, the world is far better for having you in it! Just pay special attention to those wishes when you’re blowing out candles. With Mars moving opposite Neptune, this weekend, dreams and desires are more than likely to come true.

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AQUARIUS JAN 21 - FEB 19

An expert once said that mankind had reached a scientific zenith, and that there was nothing left to discover. He lived in Victorian times. I wonder what he’d think about cars, satellites, smartphones or organ transplants. Today some people think that the lessons they learn in school add up to a full education. Others realise that there are always gaps in their knowledge, and not ones that can be filled by a quick online search! You have the opportunity to gain understanding this weekend.

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CANCER JUN 23 - JUL 23

Wouldn’t it be nice to be able to activate an invisible force field around you, like they do in the movies? Then all the brickbats and criticism being flung your way would be repelled before reaching you. But you do possess such a shield. It’s the shield of truth. This is unbreakable, and impenetrable. It offers roundthe-clock protection. When activated, accusations will fizzle and die. So polish yours off and deploy it today. Then you can stride out, knowing that the truth will keep you safe.

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SCORPIO OCT 24 - NOV 22

When revising for exams we prepare in different ways for different subjects. Most maths questions have only one right answer. But in, say, philosophy, there’s no such thing as a right answer! As we get older we realise that most challenges we face have no simple solution. The longer we think about a dilemma, and the more people we consult, the more answers we hear. This week, you won’t get the ultimate answer to your question - but you’ll receive some very helpful suggestions. It’s an amazing solstice! A powerful celestial portent indicates vast potential. Call 1900 959 005.

PISCES FEB 20 - MAR 20

There’s nothing quite like the hit of coffee. Some of us use that first cup of the day to kick-start the morning - and there’s nothing wrong with that. But, the buzz doesn’t last. And manmade stimulants aren’t the best way to change moods. Currently, the Universe’s own ‘pick-me-up’, Mars, is traversing the sign across the sky from Pisces. At the weekend, it moves opposite your ruler. It’s delivering its own energy boost. Yet unlike a morning coffee, the invigorating effects will last several days.

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